High School Electives
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Introductory and Intermediate Logic (10-12 grade)
Mr. Chris Barber
Course Description:
Why should my student take a logic class? And what is it?
Many people think of “logic” as something for left-brained, analytical people. But logic is simply the art of reasoning well. Being able to think clearly and express those thoughts well is an essential skill for all people, but especially for students in high school who will face many challenges to what they think and believe in the coming years.
The fall semester (introductory logic) introduces the student to deductive logic, how to formulate an argument, and how to avoid fallacies in reasoning. This semester is filled with practical examples from real life and from Scripture, showing how the use of logic is foundational to all relationships, including our relationship with God (who is the source of truth).
The spring semester (intermediate logic) moves into “symbolic” or “propositional” logic. This class builds on the fall semester and deepens the student’s ability to discern truth and avoid error.
Don’t worry parents – teaching your child to formulate arguments does NOT mean I will be encouraging them to argue with parents or siblings! The goal of my class ultimately is to equip students with the tools they need to build the kingdom of God, not to tear others down. As I emphasize from day one in class, you can be RIGHT, but not RIGHTEOUS. This class has been a HEED favorite through the years, and I look forward to teaching your student!
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Required Curriculum:
This course is a study of introductory and intermediate logic utilizing the Mars Hill Textbook Series.
Introductory Logic: The Fundamentals of Thinking Well, Student Text, by Nance and Wilson, 5th edition
Intermediate Logic: Mastering Propositional Arguments, Student Text, by Nance, 3rd edition
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Prerequisites:
Successful completion of Algebra 1.
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NEW !!! Old and New Testament Experience (Bible Survey) (9-12 grade) and/or BIOT 1433, BINT 1533 college credit (10-12 grade)
Mr. Chris Barber
Materials fee: $15.00 ($100 SEU Transcript Fee waived for 2024-2025)
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This course is available as high school credit or as college credit from Southeastern University. Students in grades 10-12 will earn 6 college credits for the year. Students wishing to switch from Hgh school bible to earning the credits may add this class to their schedule and the high school class will be dropped and tuition from that credited back to your account.
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Fall- BIOT 1433 - OLD TESTAMENT INTERPRETATION: The course serves as an introduction to Old Testament interpretation. It provides an elemental framework for interpreting the Old Testament by exploring its ancient Near Eastern contexts; discussing literary, thematic, and theological constructs; and demonstrating how it informs Christian thought and practice.
​Course Description:
Mr. Barber’s popular Old Testament Experience class has been expanded to add the New Testament. For many Christians, the Old Testament seems like a somewhat random compilation of history, poems, prophecies and strange stories of miraculous events. But how does it all fit together, and particularly how does it relate to the New Testament? In Luke 24:27, Jesus answered this question. He said the entire Old Testament Scripture speaks of Him. In the fall semester, Old Testament portion of this class, we will begin to learn what Jesus meant when he made this remarkable statement. The fall semester combines a traditional survey of the Old Testament books with an in-depth look at the beauty and majesty of the Scripture. Students will learn that the handiwork of God is even reflected in the literary structure and language of these books. The Old Testament speaks of Jesus our Redeemer in incredible ways most of us have never seen. As we uncover these great truths, one thing is certain: the student will never look at the Old Testament in the same way as the story of our Savior unfolds in these ancient pages.
In the New Testament section (spring semester), students will become familiar with these 27 books, their main themes and authors. More importantly, the class will focus on what it means to be a Christian and providing students with a framework to defend the truth of Scripture and their faith in the world that awaits them. Emphasis will be placed on the “big picture” of God’s Word so that students understand the heart of God for his people, as displayed from Genesis through Revelation.
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Required Curriculum:
Holy Bible (preferred translations: ESV, NKJV, NAS, NIV). The Story of Joseph and Judah by Warren A. Gage and Christopher Barber, which Mr. Barber will provide to the students (the cost is included in the materials fee).​ Unbreakable, by Andrew Wilson
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Worldview 8-12 grade (Not offered 2024-2025)
Mrs. Giovana Cavarretta
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Course Description:
This class is highly interactive. In class students will engage with popular ideas in the world around them and they will learn how to be discerning about ideas and beliefs by evaluating them critically and in light of God’s Word. Students will learn how to apply the Christian faith to every area of life: theology, philosophy, ethics, biology, sociology, psychology, law, politics, economics, and history.
Some of the issues covered include: why do you believe what you believe; how can you know that Christian beliefs are right, especially when compared to other worldviews; apologetics; what is true and truth; evolution; homosexuality; moral relativism; relationships; socialism; is the Bible true and how can you know; evidence for the resurrection and much more.
Upon completion, students will earn 1 HS Electives/Worldview credit.
Required Curriculum:
1. Walking in Truth 8 Student Textbook ISBN 13: 9781733025676. HTTPS://STORE.SUMMIT.ORG/WALKING-IN-TRUTH-GRADE-8-STUDENT-TEXTBOOK PRICE $25.95
2. Walking in Truth 8 Student Workbook ISBN 13: 9781733025683 PRICE $20.95. HTTPS://STORE.SUMMIT.ORG/WALKING-IN-TRUTH-GRADE-8-STUDENT-WORKBOOK
3. BIBLE
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Spanish 1 (9-11 Grade)
Mrs. Giovana Cavarretta​
Course Description: This class is perfect for the student who would like to learn the basics of communicating in Spanish. We will learn the basics of the Spanish language, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary and Hispanic culture. We will also be including interactive activities to enhance learning. Students will learn how to ask and answer questions in Spanish, give and follow directions, purchase items, make small talk, and more. Audio files will be provided in order for students to practice their pronunciation throughout the week. This class is designed to be highly interactive; therefore, grading will be based on class participation (repeating after the teacher, completing oral exercises, participating in the in-class activities) and completion of assigned weekly homework.
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Parental Involvement:
Students will need to complete weekly homework assignments. Parents will need to hold them accountable for completing the reading and the homework. Parents (or the student, if parent chooses so) will also need to grade the homework every week. Students will need to come to class prepared to show the graded homework and to discuss any questions they may have.
Required Curriculum:
Bob Jones Spanish: Bob Jones Spanish 1 Activities Manual, 2nd edition, ISBN 9781591661696
Activities Manual Teacher Ed. (Bob Jones)(second edition) ISBN 978-1-59166-170-2
Bob Jones Spanish 1 for Christian Schools Student Book, 2nd edition, ISBN 9781606820612 . Student will also need a notebook in which to take notes. Index cards are recommended for making flashcards to assist students in learning weekly vocabulary.
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Spanish 2 (9-11 Grade)
Mrs. Giovana Cavarretta
Course Description:
Beginning with more everyday situations, Spanish 2 builds on the foundation of Spanish 1 with advanced grammar, and additional vocab. In Spanish 2, students learn to communicate comfortably at an intermediate level with Spanish-speaking people in a variety of settings: a store, a bank, an airport, a hotel, a doctor's office, an auto shop, and on the mission field. Grammar, pronunciation, writing, listening, verb tenses, and moods are emphasized in a variety of exercises and Spanish dialogues.
Parental Involvement:
Students will need to complete weekly homework assignments and the unit tests. Parents will need to hold them accountable for completing the reading and the homework and unit tests. Parents (or the student, if parent chooses so) will also need to grade the homework every week (using the Activities Manual Teacher Ed. as the
answer key). Students will need to come to class prepared with the graded homework and to discuss any questions they may have, as well as, email completed tests to the instructor before class meets again.
Required Curriculum:
Bob Jones Spanish 2 for Christian Schools Student Book, 2nd edition, ISBN 9781606824917; Bob Jones Spanish 2 Activities Manual, 2nd edition, ISBN 9781579247492; Bob Jones Spanish 2 Activities Manual Teacher Ed. (Bob Jones)(second edition) ISBN 9781579247508; Index cards are recommended for making flashcards to assist students in
learning weekly vocabulary.
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Public Speaking (8-12 grade)
Mrs. Andrea Gardner
Materials fee: $50
Course Description:
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Fact: Good verbal communication is the main competency employers seek followed by writing proficiency.
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Fact: Rhetoric ranked with reading, writing, and arithmetic as a required subject in 19th and 20th century American schools.
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Fact: With the increase of technology comes a noticeable deficiency in communication skills.
With choosing a root canal over experiencing stage fright, students can remedy this fear while increasing confidence in public speaking through a variety of genres including proper etiquette in conversation; personal experience speaking; demonstration, impromptu, sales presentation, and informational speeches; Scripture and poetry interpretation; pantomime; monologues; duet acting, and more while emphasizing verbal and nonverbal techniques.
Curriculum: Speech class uses a curriculum created and written by the instructor Andrea Gardner drawing from over thirty years of teaching and coaching home school students. One-on-one coaching and detailed feedback on teacher evaluations are given. See the video of students in class: http://youtu.be/yzm0IPxxnxs
Parental Involvement:
A weekly day-by-day assignment sheet details how to accomplish each speech. Parents initial each day’s work and evaluate the speeches with parent evaluation sheets. The practice and coaching given at home prepares the student for a successful experience in class. The assignment sheets, class notes, and evaluation sheets are provided for printing on Toolbox. The grade involves 50% performance and 50% homework. Required work at home varies but usually involves between 15-30 minutes each day.
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Graphic Design (Grades 8-12) Not offered in 2024-2025
Mr. Ron Noel
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Course Description:
In this course students will be introduced to the fundamentals of graphic design and the graphic design industry. They will learn what designers do, and what graphic design is (it’s more than just creating pretty pictures). Students will learn to create thumbnail sketches, rough sketches, and comprehensive design, the building blocks of the design process. Students will discover the fundamentals of 2D design, the foundation of visual communication: points, lines, planes, shape, balance, rhythm, unity, and color. Students will learn and practice the design process—the process designers use to find solutions to visual problems. Students will be introduced to basic typography and learn how type is a powerful communication tool. Students will create designs based on what they learn in class. The class will be fun and enjoyable and will be a great starting point for all creative students and especially those interested in pursuing graphic design as a career.
Required Curriculum: will be provided by the instructor. Students will be responsible for miscellaneous art supplies.
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Health Credit
Interactive Video Series
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($200.00 total tuition and supplies for course and two notebooks- parent and child)
HEED’s comprehensive approach to education goes beyond great academics, we desire to equip the whole student. A key part of this is co-laboring with parents to develop your children into young men and women of character & excellence who are prepared to navigate life on their own. We recommend a life skills course that qualifies as a Health Credit called Trailmap for Life that parents & their middle & high school students go through together. The course teaches how to manage key life topics in a way that makes it easy to apply in our own lives.
Sessions share the secrets of success in topics ranging from effective job-interview techniques to successfully managing: money, nutrition, friends, peer pressure, social media, dating, time management, & more. The program produces powerful results that parents and students not only enjoy, but find relevant and practical. (Students receive a textbook and access to videos that teach 10 core sessions, 1.5 hours each with additional opportunities for further study, teaching, and training as desired)
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CSC 2133 Introduction To Information Systems (Fall)
Dr Tom Bradicich
Course Description: (3 credit) Introduction to what computers are, how they are used, and how they are useful to individuals and firms. Students gain hands-on experience with practical exercise employing a word processor, spreadsheet, graphics, network applications, Internet access, and a database. A research paper is required.
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MUS 2162 Music Appreciation (Spring)
Professor Stephanie Buquo
Course Description: Survey of the development of music from the Middle Ages and Renaissance to the present. Provides opportunity for listening to recordings illustrative of various periods, as well as vides of concerts and operas. Students may be attending live concerts as part of their class hours.
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